SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21A79
LOYDGB21A79 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Kettering, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21A79 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | A79 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Kettering - 772105 |
| City | Kettering |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LOYD Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- A79 Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which branch uses BIC LOYDGB21A79?
LOYDGB21A79 identifies Kettering - 772105, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Kettering, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21A79 stand for?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and A79 identifies the department Kettering - 772105.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21A79 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21A79.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21A79?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21A79 points to Kettering - 772105. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use LOYDGB21A79 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.